I'm surprised Royal Taj hasn't had better reviews. I think the food is phenomenal. The staff have personalities. I actually like them and the way the stare at patrons! At least they keep the water refills coming. Try the Chicken ...

I have tried this place multiple times because I love Indian food and EVERY time this place has disappointed. The restaurant is older and has a strange odor. The staff is NOT friendly at all. They seem like they really wish they had chose a ...

Love the food service was great

Well I have been here meny times, first time i think i ws 13, then more often when i was 18 cuz a freind also liked it, but that was 4 years ago, and the buffet was always GOOD. less then 8 bucks!. Well here I am 22 now, finding my self craving indian food, but the question is do i risk going there, 1/2 the time it is as good as ever, other times not so good, were i really only eat 1 small plate of food.... Not to Mintion the servis, only way to get some ones attintion is to Drink Watter, its kinda warm, its tap(and santa cruz tap taste funny). and if its really not bussy they kinda just stair at you while you eat, kinda odd feeling. So if you seriusly want Indian food eat here, if you can live with out, dont eat here.

The (dark meat naturally) chicken was not great. Nan was a little burned, which I liked but my friend did not. The rest of the food was alright, although I did not get to taste my dessert because they failed to bring it. The waiters did an extremely good job of ensuring our waters were filled at all times. Dinner was a little expensive. If I return I'll probably do the lunch buffet, which I think would be worth it. The best thing about this restauarant is that it seems to be the only place to get Indian food in Santa Cruz.